A message from Lani

Hello Ku’Lani Family, For weeks we talked about the BIG announcement. I want to THANK YOU ALL for making Ku’Lani your favorite place in SL.

Linden Labs did an exclusive blog on OUR beach! OUR beach is not Ku’Lani without YOU!

Please see the link tree: https://linktr.ee/kulanibeach & the links below.

After 7 years of blood, sweat, tears and loyalty, YOU all made this happen! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

https://youtu.be/GvgSWbgEi0k?si=kt7gOqA2KdC2YLbP (Youtube video by Second Life about Ku’Lani)
https://www.facebook.com/secondlife/ (SL on Facebook)
https://secondlife.com/destination/kulani (Second Life Destinations)

-XOXO Lani

After the inaugaral issue of Ku’Lani Konnects magazine, I had a chance to sit down with CalaLili Tigerpaw, a longtime member of the Ku’Lani family, who is the editor & publisher of the new magazine. The second issue just hit newsstands this week, so let’s talk to Cala!

Snow: Tell us about your Ku’Lani origin story
Cala: I was looking for something fun to do and stumbled on Ku’Lani. Although I missed the major live singer event i went there for , I stayed and connected with so many friendly people there, and had such a great time. I kept going back and after a while, I discovered they have daily DJ/Host parties, so i started coming to party at them with hot music and sexy dancing. Ku’Lani became my go-to escape, where the magical atmosphere of music, vibes, and people combined. It wasn’t just about the parties; it was a place where strangers became friends, engaging in endless conversations and uncovering new faces, stories, and adventures. Ku’Lani is just where the magic happens.

Snow: Every time I’ve seen you, you have Opal at your side. How did Opal become part of your SL Life?
Cala: I love having a theme for my Second Life avatar and one of my themes is large cats. It started with Pearl, a stunning Siberian White Tiger. Pearl is an older creation, but she was my first so now I let her roam around freely at my home, where I get to see her graceful movements all the time. Opal has become my ultimate partner-in-crime. We’re practically inseparable now. Whether it’s shopping or exploring new and exciting places, she’s right there by my side. And you know what’s even cooler? She even joins me when I’m hosting at Ku’Lani. Opal’s presence provides solace, companionship, and symbolizes strength and resilience—a constant reminder of our unwavering determination in both virtual and real lives.

Snow: What do you do for fun in your second life?

Cala: Well, I do love doing alot of things but it depends on my mood of course. There’s the classics that everyone seems to enjoy like dancing, meeting people, chatting and shopping. But probably my favorite things have more to do with expressing myself creatively. I enjoy hosting a lot because it allows me to dance, meet people and chat while working and I like making eye catching GIF flyers for my sets so it lets me blow off some creative steam. Also, shopping for a particular outfit for a themed party is really fun too. Putting together all the pieces can be a real challenge but so satisfying when accomplished! I really enjoy working on the magazine too. It was a mad dash to meet the deadline we had set to release the first issue before the 7th anniversary. It’s kind of a miracle we actually pulled it off!

Snow: What made you take the jump into publishing?
Cala: I would say publishing kinda jumped on me lol During a staff meeting at Ku’Lani I had a flash of inspiration. I suggested there could be a magazine to try to spread the word about Ku’Lani for everyone who hadn’t clicked on the website. My inspiration was the Ku”Lani Blog and my original vision of it was almost like the Blog but inworld. At the same time I thought there’s a lot of very interesting, creative and talented people on the beach so we could do interviews and interesting articles about whats going on. So the idea was very popular and everyone agreed it would be a positive thing but to my surprise they more or less volunteered me for it lol I had never done any work like this so I was pretty nervous. The first thing I did was pick the most awesome team so we could work together on this massive project. After finding the best players I knew we could do anything we set out to do. Even though we do work very hard to produce a quality result, we still love what we’re doing and know we can depend on each other when we need.

Snow: Did anything surprise you about preparing your first issue?
Cala: Preparing my first issue of the magazine was definitely an eye-opening experience. One thing that surprised me was the sheer amount of work and dedication required to bring it all together. From selecting content to designing layouts and ensuring everything was polished, it demanded much more time and effort than I had initially anticipated. However, what truly amazed me was the incredible creativity and talent of the people around me. Collaborating with writers, photographers, and artists opened my eyes to a whole new world of ideas and perspectives. Their contributions elevated the magazine to new heights, and I realized that I was surrounded by a community of individuals with remarkable artistic abilities. It was an inspiring realization that fueled my passion for publishing and motivated me to continue showcasing the incredible talent within our island community Ku’lani Beach.
Another aspect that took me by surprise was the challenge of distributing our magazine to our members. I quickly realized that getting our publication into the hands of our audience required significant effort and strategizing. From navigating various platforms and channels to reaching out to potential readers, the process proved to be more complex than I had ever imagined. However, I also saw this as an opportunity for growth and innovation. It pushed me to explore creative ways of promoting our magazine and building a strong readership. Despite the unexpected difficulties, I remain determined to overcome these obstacles and ensure that our magazine reaches the hands of those who would appreciate and enjoy it.

Second issue of Ku’Lani Konnects is available now at the Koffee Korner newspaper box.
Stop by and pick up your copy!

Where is the newspaper box?

https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Magic/79/142/23

Ku’Lani Konnects is a magazine about Ku’Lani beach Resort, made by members of Ku’Lani Beach Resort.

The magazine was launched 2 weeks ago, just in time for the Ku’Lani 7th Anniversary Party, and was created by Cala, one of the long time members of the Ku’Lani family.

You can find interviews, tips, contests, photo features, and even erotica in Ku’Lani Konnects.

Stop by the Koffee Korner to pickup your issue, just look for the newspaper box!

Koffee Korner – look for the newspaper box

Ku’Lani has been around for 7 years, and we’re going to PARTY!

Read the full event listing, and come down to meet old friends and new, and have a fantastic time!

3 Days of live concerts, DJ sets, games and chat sessions. There is something for everyone, please come down and enjoy yourselves!

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Magic/84/120/23

And while you’re here, click the eventr poster to receive a copy of the brand new Ku’Lani magazine, called Kulani Connects. You can read it right in your viewer, it’s beautiful!

When you wander around Ku’Lani, you’re sure to find a few beaches! One of our beaches has a waterfall as the focal point, which I’ve cleverly called Waterfall Beach for this post. Just a short walk from Koffee Korner, this beach is used for parties sometimes, and it’s a great spot to relax.

There’s a bar, have a few drinks and then go have a nap in the covered cabana. When you’re ready, go get close to the waterfall and enjoy the beauty of nature before you begin some more exploring.

Come down to Ku’Lani, explore the sim, spank the TP Board and find a few new spots. And while you’re here, make some friends and stay around for a while!

Ku’Lani has something new to see on The Boardwalk! A little Farmer’s Market has been added, you can rent a spot to sell your MyStory veg. So get those veggies picked and bring it down to Ku’Lani!

Just to remind you – we have a Teleport Board near the Koffee Korner, and we have 9 locations referenced on the map, along with corresponding teleport pads. The scripts have been updated a few days ago, so our travelling should be pretty smooth! The Boardwalk is #6 on the board. Visit them all, but this blog post we’re talking about #6.

Across the lagoon from the Games Decks, we have a Boardwalk where all the business happens. We have an Event Board, The Farmer’s Market, a Manager’s Board and a Suggestion Box. You can lay on the loungers beside the boarwalk, or swim over to get on the raft with a friend.

Stop by The Boardwalk and visit the Market, then go back to the TP Baord to find another new spot. Say hello, and make new friends at Ku’Lani All-Inclusive Beach Resort!

If you’ve been around in the last month, you will have seen the new Teleport Board near the Koffee Korner. Today we’re featuring Hippie Beach, which is #4 on the board. Hippie Beach is a spot that has everything! We have a dance area, we have a campfire, a dock to sit and stare at the ocean, and we have plenty of places to cuddle with a friend or two (including the private shacks).

So press that #4 on the Ku’Lani TP Board, and come check out Hippie Beach.

And don’t forget to ride a horse while you’re here. The horse stand is right on the end of Hippie Beach, look for that and take a ride!

People come to the beach for different reasons – partying, dancing, soaking up the sun, or… relaxing! Ku’Lani has a couple of spots to wind-down and relax, either along or with a partner.

Visit the Hot Springs, where there are rock pools to relax in the warm bubbling water, and Adirondack (Muskoka) chairs for lounging. The rocks keep the area quiet and secluded, so go relax, lose some clothes and shed some stress.

When you finish at the Hot Springs, wander past the quiet pool to the Ku’Lani Spa, where you can have a coffee, then twist your partners arm into giving you a massage. A professional massage table is ready for you, just relax and you will end up happy.

Visit soon, bring a friend, and after you relieve some stress, come join the events at Ku’Lani.

**CLICK HERE TO VISIT KULANI SPA**

**CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE HOT SPRINGS**

Ku’Lani has evolved, and we are now known as Ku’Lani All-Inclusive Beach Resort & Hangout.

Same awesome people and attitude, new name and logo! If you haven’t joined the new group yet, come down and tap the group joiner signs so you never miss a notice.

Friday March 31st to Sunday April 2nd, come hangout and have fun as we have Live DJs, Dancing, Relax and Hangout with your friends at Ku’Lani.

KU’LANI BEACH RESORT & HANGOUT EVEN SCHEDULE MARCH 31 through APRIL 2
6-8 AM DJ Jaque with Host Rhae “In the beginning there was… US
Noon-2pm DJ Brent with Host Bobbie “Did someone say Friday??
2-4 PM DJ Jeremiah Hippie Beach No Host Remixes of Funk, Classic Rock N Blues
4-6 PM DJ Geo Hippie Beach No Host Classic Rock
6-8 PM DJ Mist Hippie Beach HOST: Lust Special set of Classic Psychedelic Rock
LM: Hippie Beach CLICK HERE for HIPPIE BEACH

SATURDAY:
6-8 AM DJ Jaque with Host Lor Hair of the Dog Set
11-1 PM DJ Candy with Host Sammy WHAT? Shop
2-4 PM DJ Gro WHAT? Classic Rock
5-7 PM DJ BEXXY with Host Papabear Party Animals! Set

SUNDAY:
Noon-2pm DJ Charley with Host Toby Funday
2-4 PM DJ JohnnyShoes Classic Rock

Come make new friends! Come explore the sim again, and enjoy the parties and hangouts.

Visit the horses and explore on horseback CLICK HERE FOR HORSES

Visit the TP Board so you can pop around the sim quickly CLICK HERE FOR TP BOARD